Effects of omega-3 fatty acids and micronutrients on learning and behaviour of Indigenous Australian children from a remote community school [ 2010-01-01 - 2012-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Natalie Parletta (Chief Investigator) ,  Peter Howe (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Kerin O'Dea (Chief Investigator) ,  ARC Linkage Grant LP1701000985 (Funded by) ,  Mr Patrick Cooper (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Effects of omega-3 fatty acids and micronutrients on learning and behaviour of Indigenous Australian children from a remote community school. Indigenous Australian children have disproportionate health problems that are largely related to malnutrition, which affects physical health and may also impact on their emotional health, learning and behaviour. Indigenous Australian children in remote rural communities are performing well below national benchmarks, and the government has earmarked improved education in this population as a top national priority. To date research has not addressed the impact of nutrition on learning in this population. Improving the nutritional status of these children could assist them to derive greater benefit from educational opportunities, and in turn greater equality of access to occupational opportunities later in life.

Funding Amount $200,395

Funding Scheme Linkage Projects

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